Crime
FCT Police Arrest Seven Suspects, Recover Locally Made Pistol in Jikwoyi
FCT Police Arrest Seven Suspects, Recover Locally Made Pistol in Jikwoyi
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Police Force(NPF) FCT Command has arrested seven suspects and recovered a locally made pistol following a raid in Phase 4, Unguwar Fulani, Jikwoyi, intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama
The sources said that acting on actionable intelligence regarding an unusual gathering of youths in the area, The Police swiftly mobilized a patrol team in collaboration with local vigilantes and conducted a raid on March 7, 2025, at about 10:30 a.m.
During the operation, a locally made pistol, one cartridge, an AK-47 rifle ammunition, a spring, pliers, and rings suspected to be voodoo items were recovered from the suspects.
The source confirmed that the arrested individuals were undergoing interrogation, while the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) had taken over the investigation.
In another operation, the FCT Police Command recovered a Lexus 460 SUV (2010 model), ash in color, Reg. No. KWL 403 CM, stolen at gunpoint from a motorist in River Park Estate, Abuja.
According to sources, Morgan Tom West, a resident of Paul Odilli Crescent, Cluster One, River Park Estate, reported that while he had stopped along the expressway to receive a call, four armed hoodlums attacked him and snatched his vehicle at gunpoint on March 6, 2025, at about 8:39 p.m.
Upon receiving the report, police personnel at entry and exit points across the FCT were immediately placed on high alert. Less than an hour later, at about 9:46 p.m., the stolen vehicle was intercepted by Supol Bwari after a gun duel with the suspects.
“The hoodlums managed to escape into the bush, but the vehicle was successfully recovered,” said the sources.
The River Park Division is conducting further investigations, while efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing suspects.
FCT Police Arrest Seven Suspects, Recover Locally Made Pistol in Jikwoyi
Troops Arrest Three Suspected Robbers in Borno Community
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 162 Amphibious Battalion Operation HADIN KAI have arrested three suspected robbers following a reported robbery incident at Gar Gwigwi village in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources disclosed that the troops responded to intelligence at about 6:00 p.m. on May 21 indicating that an unconfirmed number of Civilian Joint Task Force members attached to the battalion were allegedly involved in the robbery.
According to the sources, troops swiftly moved to the area and apprehended three suspects linked to the incident, while others reportedly fled.
Items recovered from the suspects included five mobile phones, a nylon bag containing a substance identified as “ice,” a locally made charm, a necklace chain, a small white scarf, two wristwatches, one dagger, a Qur’an booklet, the sum of N1,070, and one dane gun.
The sources stated that the dane gun was later identified as belonging to a member of the Miyetti Allah group, who reported that the weapon had been stolen from him by the suspects a day before the robbery incident.
The firearm was subsequently handed back to the owner after confirmation of ownership.
The arrested suspects are currently in military custody for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Troops Arrest Three Suspected Robbers in Borno Community
Troops Recover Explosive Devices During Patrol in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Headquarters 27 Task Force Brigade, Buni Gari, have recovered several explosive devices during a routine patrol operation in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Security sources disclosed that the operation was conducted at about 1:00 p.m. on May 22 following intelligence reports on the sighting of suspected ISWAP/JAS terrorists around the Magza general area.
According to the sources, the terrorists fled the area before the arrival of the troops.
During the subsequent search and exploitation of the area, troops recovered four 40mm Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) bombs, one 81mm bomb and four 60mm bombs.
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team also conducted a detailed scan of the general area to rule out the presence of additional explosive threats.
The recovered bombs are currently in the custody of the troops for further necessary action.
Military authorities said troops would sustain aggressive patrols and clearance operations aimed at denying terrorists freedom of movement and preventing attacks within the North-East theatre.
Troops Recover Explosive Devices During Patrol in Yobe
Troops Neutralise Several Terrorist During Fighting Patrol in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 1 Brigade Quick Reaction Force (QRF) Operation FANSAN YANMA have neutralised several terrorist during a fighting patrol operation in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Security sources disclosed that the operation was carried out at about 10:00 a.m. on May 22 following intelligence reports on the sighting of terrorists within Yan Doto village.
According to the sources, the troops swiftly mobilised to the area and made contact with the suspected terrorists at Yanware community.
During the ensuing firefight, several terrorists were neutralised, while others reportedly fled the area.
The troops subsequently conducted exploitation of the general area, but no further contact was made with the fleeing criminals.
Military authorities said troops would continue aggressive patrols and clearance operations across vulnerable communities in Zamfara State to deny terrorists and bandits freedom of movement.
Troops Neutralise Several Terrorist During Fighting Patrol in Zamfara
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Troops Neutralise Several Terrorist During Fighting Patrol in Zamfara
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